What to Look for When Hiring a Train Accident Lawyer

After a train-car or train-truck collision with injuries, family members are faced with the unfamiliar task of looking for a personal injury lawyer to represent their loved one or themselves. This decision can be difficult. Most people have never had to hire an attorney before.

The Houston injury law firm of Bailey & Galyen would like to offer some guidance to you. Whether you ultimately choose to work with us, or with another firm, we believe you will be more satisfied with your choice of legal counsel and the results you achieve if you consider the following:

Experience with Railroad Accident Cases

In a specialized type of accident situation, like a railroad crossing accident, experience is going to be very important.

• Railroads have their own language and system of operations. It may be important to know how railroad company responsibilities are divided between the various companies using the rails.
• In examining railroad negligence, it will be important to know the different types of railroad workers and their particular responsibilities.

Attorney John Fabry has been representing Plaintiffs in cases against railroads for almost 20 years. His work is marked by painstaking attention to detail, thorough investigation, and rigorous preparation for trial. He has been voted a "Texas Super Lawyer" by his peers and carries an AV-rating in the Martindale Hubbell Peer Review process, the highest rating for legal skill and ethical practice.

Investigative and Financial Resources to Invest in Your Case

The sad fact is that when a car driver, truck driver, or a pedestrian, has been struck by a train, they have suffered a catastrophic injury and cannot give a report to the police. This means the police will gather their information from the engineer and conductor on the train, and possibly from a few nearby witnesses who say "I heard the whistle." In effect, they are gathering evidence to prove that the driver was at fault.

Your lawyer is the only person who is looking out for your interests.

At Bailey & Galyen, we always conduct a private investigation into the facts of the accident. We talk to every possible witness. We bring in roadway engineering experts to examine the design of the railroad crossing. We look at the history of that particular crossing, and that particular train. We invest in professionally produced exhibits and video to demonstrate to a jury how the railroad collision occurred.

Compassionate, Personal Legal Service

It takes time to bring an injury claim through the negotiation or trial process. Throughout the process you will be working closely with an attorney, so it's important that you be comfortable with that person and confident in his or her abilities.

At Bailey & Galyen you will be working directly with attorney John Fabry, but you will also have the support and backing of a large personal injury firm and its support staff. You will find your calls and questions are answered promptly and your case is managed professionally.

We invite you to contact the Houston law office of Bailey & Galyen to schedule a free consultation with Mr. Fabry. This consultation does not obligate you to hire Bailey & Galyen.  Learn more about how we can help you and your family with a personal injury or wrongful death claim.